Stephany Journey

Stephany Journey

Owner/Director

Stephany is the owner and director at A Little Journey Montessori School. Stephany is a MACTE accredited Montessori teacher and has nearly a decade of experience working with children in a Montessori setting. She also has a Bachelor's degree from Montana State University and is pursuing her master's in Early Childhood Education from the University of Colorado at Denver. Stephany always knew she wanted to work with young children, but finding your passion doesn't always come easy. It was with Stephany's enthusiasm for teaching young children that inspired her to open A Little Journey Montessori School. It is her commitment to help families that need excellence in education, quality childcare and a place for working families to bring their children that they feel comfortable with. She created a space for children 6 years old and younger in order to assist families with more than one child and allow them the convenience of having their children together in one space.

Primary Teachers

Miss Elaina

Miss Elaina

Hello, my name is Elaina! I am a Montana State University graduate with a degree in English Teaching. I have worked for Stephany in the past and I am excited to be back working with young children. I am the Primary Lead Teacher and I have been working with children for over 5 years now and I absolutely love teaching. Outside of school I love to ski, bike, backpack, and just be outside!

Miss Casey

Miss Casey

Hello! My name is Casey and I am a lead teacher in the primary classroom. I graduated from Minnesota State University in 2017 where I earned my bachelor's degree in Psychology and minored in Child Development. I have worked with children for almost 10 years and I love watching them grow and find their own unique personalities! Outside of work, I enjoy camping, traveling, and spending time with my fiancé and our golden retriever!

Pre-Primary Teachers

Miss Lexi

Miss Lexi

Hello! My name is Lexi and I graduated from MSU in 2020 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and P-3 services. I am a co-lead teacher in the pre-primary classroom, and the toddlers hold a special place in my heart! It has been so rewarding watching the kids learn and develop each day. Outside of work I enjoy reading, golfing, and hiking. I am also currently planning my wedding which is happening in 2023.

Miss Natalie

Miss Natalie

Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am majoring in communicative sciences and disorders with a minor in psychology. I primarily teach in the pre-primary classroom with the youngest of our pre-primary friends. I love to watch them learn and explore. Outside of school and work, I like to read, play the guitar, and be outdoors.

Miss Emma

Miss Emma

Hello! My name is Emma and I am originally from Colorado. I moved to Bozeman to attend school and I am currently taking classes to become an ultrasound technician. I am working in the pre-primary classroom and I loved it! I always look forward to making special connections with the kids and making a positive change in their lives. In my free time I love skiing, camping, fishing, hiking, and reading.

Nido Teachers

Miss Kate

Miss Kate

Hello! My name is Kate! I am from Minnesota but I moved to Montana in June of 2022. I work full time as a lead in the nido room. My favorite part about this age group is watching them grow and forming such unique personalities. Outside of work I enjoy being outdoors fishing, and swimming as well as going on mini adventures with friends.

Miss Taycee

Miss Taycee

Hi my name is Taycee! I am currently a sophomore at Montana State University studying Business Management. I am originally from Billings, so not too far from home! I started working in the infant room this summer and have loved every second of it. I enjoy caring for the babies and watching them grow. I have always loved kids and have been working in childcare for about 2 years now. In my free time, I love spending time with my friends and family.

Assistant Teachers

Miss Bernadette

Miss Bernadette

Hello! My name is Bernadette! I am from Apple Valley California and I am currently studying biochemistry at MSU. I am primarily in the pre-primary classroom as I love the energy and personality the toddlers have. My favorite things to do outside of work is snowboard, fish, and spend time with my dog.

Miss Belle

Miss Belle

Hello, my name is Belle! I am currently attending Montana State University and I am studying Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Ed. I mainly work in the pre-primary classroom, which is filled with lots of positive energy, which is just one of the reasons why I love working with that age group! I am originally from Virginia but moved to Montana to explore my love of the outdoors more. In my free time I love to go on hikes, kayak, camp, and hopefully learn to ski this year!

Miss Kyah

Miss Kyah

Hello! My name is Kyah and I mostly work in the Pre-Primary classroom. I am starting to spend a little time in the Nido and Primary classrooms as well! I enjoy watching the kids learn how to communicate, make new friends, ask questions, and help them along the way. I love building relationships with the children as they grow. In my free time I enjoy camping, hanging out with my dogs, and being in nature with family and friends.